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The Theatre Department is part of Washburn University’s College of Arts and Sciences and offers a baccalaureate program in Theatre administered by a faculty committed to serving students, the University and the community in their scholarly and creative work. The B.A. in Theatre is comprehensive and practical. Thirty-six of the forty hour degree are required hours. A capstone experience showcasing student performance, design, writing or directing is required for completion of the degree. The Department also offers courses to meet general education needs or requirements for minors and non-majors.

A graduate with a degree in Theatre may apply acquired skills in numerous professions, including public relations, advertising, entertainment, radio and television, as well as community and recreational theatre.